Hayward, CA Car Insurance

How much can residents of Hayward expect to pay for their car insurance? Are rates in Hayward higher or lower than those in neighboring areas? How do they compare to the rest of California? See what factors contribute to determining the average cost in our detailed charts and breakdowns below:

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How much is car insurance in Hayward?

Looking at the chart above, you can see that the average monthly price in Hayward is in line with pricing for the rest of California.

Compared to the rest of the country, auto insurance in Hayward is more affordable. It's about $27 cheaper to insure your vehicle in Hayward compared to the average rate for the U.S. as a whole.

While these are the average costs to insure your vehicle in Hayward, keep in mind that you could end up paying a different amount. Insurance companies take in a variety of factors when determining how much to charge you for coverage. Your bill each month is calculated off of your age, gender, vehicle make and model, driving record, and in some cases, your credit score.

We've done the heavy lifting for you and broken down the average rate for Hayward so that you can get a more accurate idea of what your policy will cost you. And if you're not sure if you're getting the cheapest rate, simply enter your ZIP below and find out in just minutes!

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Average Car Insurance Rates by Age

The longer you've been behind the wheel, the more experienced of a driver you are. That experience can turn into some real savings when it comes to car insurance premiums. As you can see, 18-24-year-olds pay $35 more than drivers 65 and older.

You can expect to see a decrease in your monthly premium drop about once a decade or so. Having said that, once you approach retirement your rates may creep back up a bit in Hayward.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Gender

In general, female drivers pay less for car insurance than their male counterparts. In Hayward, however, male and female drivers both pay about the same rate for insurance coverage.

Average Auto Insurance Rates by Driving Record

Rates can change drastically depending on your driving record. Those with fewer accidents and tickets will pay much less than those with multiple infractions, while those with clean driving records will obviously pay the least. Drivers in Hayward with a single accident will pay around $69 a month. Likewise, drivers with one ticket on their record will be looking at an average rate of around $68.

Wherever you live, accidents, tickets, and other driving infractions will almost certainly drive up your monthly bill. So, if you're looking for cheap car insurance, drive carefully and keep a clean record.

Average Insurance Rates by Vehicle

If you look at the first table above, the cheapest vehicles to insure in Hayward are by and large trucks and vans, at $52 per month.

Cars and SUVs, however, usually cost about $54 for insurance coverage.

Vehicle age has an impact on the cost of your policy as well. Generally, the most expensive vehicles to insure are going to be newer ones. However, if your car is a few years old, you can expect to see your rates start dropping back down. In Hayward, the most expensive vehicles to insure are vehicles eleven-to-fourteen years old.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Relationship Status

Generally speaking, people who are married will pay slightly less to insure their car. This usually happens because companies will extend special discounts to policyholders with multiple vehicles that are on the same policy.

At a national level, single drivers usually pay more than married couples do for auto insurance. Hayward follows that pattern, with the difference totaling to around $6 a month.

Average Car Insurance Rates by Housing Situation

One other element taken into consideration is your living situation. Renters can expect to pay around $6 a month more than drivers who own property in Hayward. Those who live with their parents, however, can expect to pay a good deal more than their counterparts who rent or own.

Bundling your home or rental insurance and auto insurance policies can oftentimes reduce your car insurance costs, depending on your insurance company.

Car Insurance Companies in Hayward, CA

Recent trends in car insurance for Hayward drivers

Since car insurance rates are constantly changing, it's a good idea to know the local trends in your area before choosing an insurance policy.

Car insurance rates in Hayward decreased steadily from 2017-2021. They finished up in 2022, at $50 a month

How does Hayward compare to neighboring areas?

Why are car insurance rates in Hayward different from other areas?

Car insurance companies take in a lot of factors when figuring out how much individual insurance policies will cost. Your insurance policy will depend largely on where you live and drive and will be influenced by things such as:

• Availability of off-street parking
• Number of drivers in the community
• Local crime rates
• Laws
• Road safety

It's good to be aware of these factors (even though you may not be able to do much to influence them) as you shop for a new policy or consider relocating. Different cities and towns will each have different rates, so guides like these are a handy way to get started.

How can I find the cheapest car insurance in Hayward?

Equipping yourself with information about the average costs for drivers in your area will better prepare you for the real deal. The only way to know for sure what your rate will be is by asking for a quote from car insurance companies.

Luckily, Compare.com has you covered. Just put in your ZIP Code below, answer a few questions, and you'll be comparing the cheapest quotes from several of the car insurance companies offering coverage in Hayward in no time.

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Hayward Insurance FAQs

What factors affect car insurance quotes in Hayward?

The factors that car insurance companies take into account when calculating your monthly cost include things you can't control like your age and gender, but also factors like your address, credit score, driving record and marital status, as well as your vehicle's year and make and model.

Why is the cost of car insurance in Hayward different from other neighboring cities?

Auto insurance companies consider regional factors, such as crime rates, local laws, and parking situations into account when calculating the monthly rate for coverage. Since these can all vary from city to city the rates you may see can differ from neighboring areas.

Which car insurance company will offer me the cheapest rate in Hayward?

Since the factors that go into calculating your monthly payment vary from person to person, there isn't one company that will always offer the cheapest rate to everybody. You can be confident that you're receiving the best price possible however, by using sites like Compare.com to compare multiple quotes at once.

Do I need to change my insurance if I move to Hayward?

Any major life event, whether it be moving to a new area, finding a new job, getting married, or any other notable event always presents a good opportunity to re-evaluate your current insurance policy. Regardless of your previous rate, there may be cheaper options in your new location, so it's a good idea to use services like Compare.com to compare quotes from dozens of companies side-by-side.

Do I need to wait for my policy to expire to switch to a different car insurance company?

Not at all, in fact you can switch companies at any point, regardless of how much time is left on your current policy. If you're thinking about moving to Hayward or haven't checked out the latest rates in your area for some time, it might be worth your while to take 10 minutes and see if Compare.com can save you any cash.